Quality Technician

Job Description Job Description Quality Technician Location : St. Charles, IL 60174 Shift/Schedule : On-site | Monday–Friday Pay : $35.00-$40.00/hour ($72,800-$83,200 annually) Hire Type : Direct Hire Benefits : A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. Sterling Engineering is partnering with a global automotive electronics manufacturer to hire a Quality Technician. This position supports quality assurance activities in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment by performing inspections, conducting audits, supporting root cause investigations, and ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer quality requirements. Responsibilities Perform incoming, in-process, and final product inspections to verify compliance with engineering drawings and customer specifications. Utilize precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other inspection tools. Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records and reports. Issue and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Quality Alerts, and corrective actions through resolution. Support root cause investigations using quality tools and problem-solving methodologies. Conduct Layered Process Audits (LPAs), product audits, ESD audits, and process compliance audits. Ensure manufacturing processes comply with work instructions, control plans, FMEAs, operating procedures, and quality standards. Support Quality Management System (QMS) requirements in accordance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements. Assist with calibration and maintenance of inspection and testing equipment. Partner with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Generate and maintain quality documentation including inspection reports, work instructions, control charts, and quality alerts. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of Quality Technician or Quality Inspector experience within an automotive manufacturing environment. At least 2 years of experience conducting Layered Process Audits (LPAs). Working knowledge of AIAG Core Tools including FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and Root Cause Analysis. Experience performing product inspections, process audits, and maintaining quality documentation. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications. Experience using precision measuring and testing equipment. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Preferred Skills ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) certification or willingness to obtain. Experience with automotive electronics, PCB assemblies, electrical systems, or mechatronics. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. Experience with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality systems. Familiarity with ESD audits, 8D problem solving, 5 Whys, SPC, and Control Plans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.